Airport Comparison
| GDL | SCT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Socotra International Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | SCT |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | OYSQ |
| City | Guadalajara | Socotra Islands |
| Country | Mexico | Yemen |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Aden |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 146 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 12.630000, 53.910000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 15,566 kilometers (9,673 miles / 8,405 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Yemen. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:26 in Guadalajara, it's 07:26 in Socotra Islands. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,870 feet between the two airports. Socotra International Airport sits lower than Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 326° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.